The Value of Art Is this child going to be a Monet or a ………..?

Creative Genious!

Value of Art Develop artistic talents Social activity/Respect other’s property Utilize the right side of the brain Promote creativity/Find new ways to use materials Emotional outlet/Expresses feelings Become aware of color, texture, line and form.

Individual expression of ideas Practice dexterity Use a variety of equipment/mix materials FUN FUN FUN!!

Stages Of Artistic Development Scribbling – age 1-3 Symbolic/Basic – age 3-4 Representation – age 4-6 Realistic – age 7 and up

Guiding Children’s Art Never ask “What is it?” Rather, we can say - “Tell me about this” - “I like the colors (or shapes)” -”I like your effort” Unstructured vs. Dictated Encourage creativity Allow for individual differences and preferences

Art Media Play dough Silly putty Paint Paper String and Marble Sponges Chalk Q-tips Straws Markers Pipe Cleaners Crayons Brushes Easel

Create an Art Portfolio First create a color wheel, labeled with each color on it. Knowing our colors can help us immensely with other art projects. Your portfolio will have 2 samples from each area of art. See the handout! For each example you have in your portfolio state which “art developmental goals” that sample demonstrates.